Mick Ralphs is one of British rock music's most tasteful and understated guitarists, from the same 'school' as Joe Walsh and Mick Ronson where, thankfully, the mission statement is thought, feel and melody rather than speed. Ralphs' attributes, and his ability to 'play for the song', are amply displayed on his recordings with Mott The Hoople and Bad Company, but this enhanced CD re-issue by Angel Air Records - (containing the original Take This! LP, two unissued tracks, 'All Across The Nile' and 'Rock 'n' Roller', plus several work- in-progress mixes) showcases his solo compositions and further illustrates his redoubtable playing skills.

More on Mick: www.mickralphs.co.uk

Simon Bishop

My music career started off as a session guitarist for the BBC and quickly went from there. I have worked with Mick Ralphs (Mott the Hoople and Bad Company) Iain Paice (Deep Purple), Nick Simper (Deep Purple), Roger Glover (Deep Purple) Kenney Jones (The Who and The Small Faces) and Rick Wills (Foreigner) amongst many others. I am also the musical director for Patti Boulaye.